Singapore is hosting a FinTech Festival 2017, where start-ups, investors, financial institutions, local ecosystem partners and governmental agencies are gathering to discuss the new things in the financial technology field.

“In 2016, we brought you the inaugural Singapore FinTech Festival, an invigorating week of distinct FinTech events from 14-18 November 2016.”, as the organisers stated.

“This year, we will be bringing you even more exciting discussions, stimulating demos and insightful debates over the period of 13-17 November 2017. Whether you’re a start-up, technology company, investor, financial institution, research institute or innovation professional, you’ll want to be part of it. So watch this space.”, as they added.

The event`s grand sponsor is Deloitte, while some of the platinum sponsors are KPMG, Mastercard, MUFG, UOB, Visa, Gold Sponsors and Credit Agricole.

According to the event`s official website, the conference will attract 1000+ start-ups, 400 + investors and $5 billion.

How it works for investors?

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST

Send the organizers an email to indicate your interest in participating.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR NEEDS

The organizers will contact you to find out more about your investment preferences and criteria.

MATCHMAKING

The organizers will find matches between start-ups and investors. Once a match is found, they will contact both parties for an interest to be connected.

EXPLORE OPPORTUNITY

They will work hand-in-hand with both parties on the fund-raising process. In the event the match is deemed unsuitable, organizers will find another match.

DEAL DAY

On Deal Day, start-ups will share their pitch with investors 1-to-1, based on the match-making. A private reception will be held for those with successful commitments.